Continuing the epic historical adventure series from Richard Cullen, featuring The Black Lion. Perfect for the fans of Bernard Cornwell, Ben Kane and Conn Iggulden.
For one knight, there is no rest.
Northern France, 1225AD.
Peace reigns across the kingdom. With no wars left to fight, ambitious men seek glory in the tourney – a brutal spectacle of charging horses, shattering lances, and blunted weapons that can kill as surely as sharpened steel.
And Estienne Wace wants no part of it.
After a year of honest work, he has found something he never expected: a life without the sword. But when four desperate vagabonds arrive at his door bringing a dead knight's armour, a half-mad horse, and an offer too tempting to refuse, the warrior in him awakens once again.
Soon the Black Lion rides from tourney to tourney. Crowds cheer his name. Songs are sung of his victories. Nobles court his favour, and alliances are forged. But fame is a fickle mistress. For somewhere amongst the cheering spectators and smiling lords lurks an enemy from the Black Lion's past… and whether on the tournament field or in the shadows, they will take their revenge.
Praise for Richard Cullen:
A gripping and tautly-woven tale of a young squire thrust into the house of William Marshal during the turbulent reign of King John. Rebellion is rich, engrossing and beautifully historical, a page-turner from start to finish.' - SJA Turney, author of the Wolves of Oden series.
''Following in the footsteps of the legendary knight William Marshall, The events surrounding the signing of Magna Carta, and the end of King John's notorious reign are brought vividly to life by Richard Cullen. One of the most significant and fascinating periods in English history done justice by an exciting and engrossing story.' - JC Duncan
'This is a thrilling start to a new series, sure to appeal to fans of the genre and those interested in the events of King John's reign and the fabulous William Marshall in all his wonderful glory' - MJ Porter
'Gritty, exciting and thoroughly medieval. I was after something gritty, engaging and rich in historical detail, it ticked all of these boxes' - Reader Review
'For me this was one of the best balanced books I've ever read - it's a gloriously wonderful story and sets up the promise of what could be the best series I've ever read.. I've high hopes for this one.' - Reader Review
'The Rebellion is a great new series about a time in history that was ruled by violence and power. I am definitely looking forward to the next book!' - Reader Review
'Even if you don't know much about the history of King's of England this is a very entertaining read. Exciting, informative and gripping story' - Reader Review
'A period that's less travelled in historical fiction. Well researched, well written- definitely worth a read' - Reader Review
'The Rebellion is a great new series about a time in history that was ruled by violence and power. I am definitely looking forward to the next book!' - Reader Review
'Exciting, informative and gripping story. With thanks to the author' - Reader Review
